Los Angeles Battles Historic High Temperatures Only One Week Following Major Winter Weather.
In the wake of torrential rains that led to inundation across parts of the city, the City of Angels is now seeing abnormally hot weather for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
On Friday midday, the temperature reached 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in downtown Los Angeles, as reported by meteorologists. This easily surpasses the old record for February 27th, which was 88°F (31°C) and was established in the previous year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on forecast maps for the region.
Safety Warnings
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their guidance featured:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Reducing outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving kids or animals unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Shift
This dramatic increase in heat comes on the heels of a intense winter storm that struck the state earlier in the week. That system brought high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to the mountains, causing flash flood warnings for many residents.
Tragically, the storm also caused a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of.
Forecast Ahead
The outlook suggests some relief is expected. Temperatures were predicted to drop to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Other locales that experienced 90°F included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were projected to see the high 80s.
For the weekend, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate readings in the eighties, with a further cooldown on tap for the week ahead.
